Corporate Environmental Risk Management hiring INSTRUMENT MAN in Mobile, AL

About The Role The Instrument Man plays a critical role in supporting construction projects by providing precise and accurate surveying data essential for project planning and execution. This position involves operating advanced surveying instruments to establish reference points, grades, and elevations that guide trenching, pipeline construction, and other site activities. The Instrument Man ensures that all measurements comply with engineering specifications and regulatory standards, thereby minimizing errors and rework. Collaboration with surveyors, engineers, and construction crews is vital to maintain project timelines and quality. Ultimately, the Instrument Man contributes to the successful completion of construction projects by delivering reliable data that underpins safe and efficient site development.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as an Instrument Man or similar role in construction surveying.
• Proficiency in operating robotic total stations and Trimble GPS equipment.
• Knowledge of land surveying principles and construction staking procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and blueprints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with pipeline construction and underground utility installation.
• Familiarity with topographic surveys and trenching operations.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols in construction environments.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and survey software usage.

Licensures, Certifications & Registrations

• Valid Driver’s License and maintain a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that meets company policy standards
• Certification in land surveying or related technical field.
• Certified Survey Technician Level II preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain surveying instruments such as robotic total stations and Trimble GPS equipment to perform land and topographic surveys.
• Assist in setting construction staking and layout for trenching, pipeline installation, and underground utility placement.
• Conduct precise measurements and data collection to support pipeline construction and ensure alignment with project specifications.
• Collaborate with surveyors and construction teams to interpret survey data and adjust field operations accordingly.
• Maintain accurate records of survey data and prepare reports to document field activities and findings.

Skills

The Instrument Man utilizes technical skills daily to operate sophisticated surveying instruments, ensuring precise data collection critical for construction accuracy. Expertise in land surveying and construction staking allows the candidate to translate engineering plans into actionable field layouts. Proficiency with robotic total stations and Trimble GPS technology enables efficient and reliable measurement of site features and elevations. Knowledge of pipeline construction and trenching supports effective collaboration with construction crews to maintain project alignment and safety. Additionally, strong communication and record-keeping skills facilitate seamless coordination and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT, L.L.C. is a Certified Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, and/or disability. C.E.R.M. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background, credit check, and drug screen.